Things to know for Thursday

It’s Thursday, January 25 and if you’re a fan of the Opera then you’re in luck because I have some news for you! The Boston Lyric Opera just released new details about its Spring 2018 season. This upcoming season will feature two new productions, one being the theater-staple The Threepenny Opera, and the other being Trouble in Tahiti/Arias and Barcarolles presented as a cabaret, click here for more details.

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Here’s what else you need to know for Thursday…

Notable News:

Charlestown, East Boston and North End City Councilor representative, Lydia Edwards, proposed taxes on property speculation as a way to keep Boston grounded and off of the path towards becoming the next Manhattan. Councilors agreed to schedule a hearing on Edward’s proposal, Universal Hub has the full story.

Neighborhood History: Remains of Boston’s Second Baptist Church Building:

From the Community:

Boston Harbor Now released a report that shows certain DPAs within Boston’s Inner Harbor are seeing maritime use rates well below 50 percent. The data suggests that as market demand for waterfront land continues to increase, it will be more challenging to maintain a diverse mix of Harbor uses – calling out the ongoing discussion of how the region should plan for an invited in these limited spaces, continue reading.

Weather Forecast:

Cloudy skies early followed by a mixture of light rain and snow in the afternoon. High around 40F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precip 90%.

High 40°/Low 32°

Friday

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Rain

Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming cloudy with periods of rain later in the day. High 39F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

High 39°/Low 37°

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